1.

Record Nr.

UNISALENTO991002242619707536

Autore

Lysias

Titolo

Lysiae in Hippothersem, in Theomnestum et fragmenta ex incertis orationibus (P. Oxy. 13. 1606) / a cura di Enrico Medda

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Firenze : Le Monnier, 2003

Descrizione fisica

208 p. : ill. ; 24 cm

Collana

Biblioteca nazionale. Serie dei classici greci e latini. Testi con commento filologico. Nuova Serie ; 10

Disciplina

885.01

Lingua di pubblicazione

Italiano

Molteplice

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

2.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910149023403321

Autore

Eiseley Loren

Titolo

The Unexpected Universe : A Library of America EBook Classic

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York, : Library of America, 2016

, : Library of America, , 2016

©2016

ISBN

9781598535457

1598535455

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (195 pages)

Classificazione

SCI075000SCI100000SOC002000

Altri autori (Persone)

CrononWilliam

Soggetti

Introspection

Science

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Title from eBook information screen..



Nota di contenuto

Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Table of Contents -- THE UNEXPECTED UNIVERSE --   Dedication --   Loren Eiseley Statement --   Quotes --   The Ghost Continent --   The Unexpected Universe --   The Hidden Teacher --   The Star Thrower --   The Angry Winter --   The Golden Alphabet --   The Invisible Island --   The Inner Galaxy --   The Innocent Fox --   The Last Neanderthal --   Bibliography -- Chronology -- Note on the Text -- Notes -- Index

Sommario/riassunto

Loren Eiseley's 'The Unexpected Universe' explores the intersection of science, philosophy, and human introspection. Through essays inspired by personal experiences and scientific exploration, Eiseley reflects on humanity's quest for knowledge and meaning in a complex and often chaotic universe. He draws parallels between the epic journey of Odysseus and modern scientific endeavors, contemplating the psychological and existential challenges faced by individuals and societies. The book addresses the tension between technological advancement and the search for inner peace, critiquing the contemporary tendency to disregard historical wisdom. Intended for readers interested in science, philosophy, and the human condition, Eiseley's work encourages reflection on the human journey and its implications for the future.